Serving 827 students in grades 7-8, Young J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Young J High School's student population of 827 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Young J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young J High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1829 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
44%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young J High School's ranking?
Young J High School is ranked #1829 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Young J High School often compared to?
Young J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ousley J High School, Cross Timbers Middle School, Workman J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young J High School?
827 students attend Young J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Young J High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Young J High School?
Young J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young J High School offer ?
Young J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Young J High School part of?
Young J High School is part of Arlington ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Young J High School located?
Young J High School is located in the West Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Arlington.
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